Hi, All,

Van Living Forum

Help Support Van Living Forum:

This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others.
Thanks. Yes, layering is a good tip. I'm probably going to invest in a couple of good quality layers. The blankets I have were from thrift stores. They're in surprisingly good condition. One thing I've noticed is that I tend to get colder if I've sweated and haven't showered, then try to sleep like that. I'm need to do some more research about showering options.
All you need to do between showers is get some micro fiber wash cloths and take a sponge bath. But not with a sloppy wet wash cloth, that is too messy and uses too much water. Micro fiber cloths are pretty amazing, they hold plenty of moisture and really grab onto dirt and dead skill cells compared to standard cotton terry cloth toweling. Even a regular size one will dry you off after a sponge bath.

On hot days I do a rubbing alcohol rub down with a microfiber cloth. It is very cooling, removes salt, sweat and odors plus is antibacterial.

Microfiber wash cloths are also good for cleaning and mopping up spills. They are excellent for removing dust as they really grab onto it. I have around a dozen of them in my supplies. Some dedicated for cleaning chores, others for washing myself. They weigh very little and do not take up a lot of space. For bath towels I use a microfiber beach towel. They dry off after use super fast compared to a cotton towel. I fbuy them at a thrift store. Otherwise they have to be purchased in spring or from Amazon as the stores such as Walmart do not stock them in fall and winter.
 
Last edited:
Thank you. That's good to hear. I was hoping an insulated sleeping bag and some good blankets would be enough. And maybe running the car for a few minutes and turning the heat on.

This is our 8th year at LTVA South.............You NEED some form of heat...............there will be cold, windy days that stretch on for a week............when the wind is blowing 20 MPH you don't have a CampFire to warm you...........YMMV
 
All you need to do between showers is get some micro fiber wash cloths and take a sponge bath.
I usually use a long exfoliating cloth dipped in a small pan of diluted vinegar. The cloth is a plastic mesh and is long enough to do my back. Of course with the vinegar, I smell like a salad for awhile, but that quickly dissipates.

https://www.walmart.com/ip/TSV-6pcs...s-for-Body-Deep-Clean-Random-Color/1423753071
https://www.amazon.com/Exfoliating-...cb-a43d-d1a73582b6d7&pd_rd_i=B0BZGN7D1L&psc=1
 
I do have a diesel heater for those the low 30s mornings. It is a nice luxury!
 
Top